Established in 1856 within Kolkata’s Writers’ Building, IIEST Shibpur began as a colonial training ground for engineers. Over nearly 170 years, it evolved into India’s first engineering college of national importance. From shaping infrastructure to pioneering research, the institution stands as a testament to how colonial origins can be transformed into a legacy of modern nation-building. Post navigation Manipur crackdown: Over 200 weapons, grenade launchers recovered; operations across districts Microsoft layoffs: Tech giant cuts 830 jobs in home state